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Updated April 10, 2024·
If you prioritize overall sound quality and versatility for different activities, the JBL Tune Flex would be a better choice, even though it's in a higher price range. These earbuds offer very good sound for music and TV, and feature an active noise cancelling option, suitable for air travel and noisy environments. However, if budget is a significant concern and you're looking for something more affordable for casual listening or making calls, the JLab Go Air Pop would be sufficient. Note that the JBL has a low latency mode which is preferable for gaming and watching videos, something the JLab lacks. Both are suitable for exercise with sweatproof certification, but the JBL has slightly better battery life for extended use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune Flex
- Very good for gaming
- Good for TV and video
- Excellent for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the JLab Go Air Pop
- The JLab Go Air Pop has no clear advantages over the JBL Tune Flex.
Key differences
Gaming
8.5
5.5
The JBL Tune Flex is very good for gaming, while the JLab Go Air Pop is poor.
Phone Calls
6.3
5.0
The JBL Tune Flex is only fair for phone calls, while the JLab Go Air Pop is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
9.0
5.7
The JBL Tune Flex is excellent for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JLab Go Air Pop is poor.
TV and Video
7.8
6.1
The JBL Tune Flex is good for TV and video, while the JLab Go Air Pop is only fair.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The JBL Tune Flex has 6.5 hours of battery life. The JLab Go Air Pop has 9 hours of battery life.
Cost
$60
$25
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
The JBL Tune Flex has a price of $60 and the JLab Go Air Pop costs $25.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The JLab Go Air Pop has excellent build quality, while the JBL Tune Flex has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Music
7.3
7.1
The JBL Tune Flex and JLab Go Air Pop are both good for music.
Noise Reduction
6.5
6.5
The JBL Tune Flex and JLab Go Air Pop are both only fair for noise reduction.
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How the JBL Tune Flex and the JLab Go Air Pop compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| JBL Tune Flex | JLab Go Air Pop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$60 | $25 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | JBL | JLab | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2022 | September 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wireless | Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 7.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 6.3/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 8.6/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 7.7/10 | 7.6/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | No | No | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | 2 Hours | 2 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | 5.2 | 5.1 | |
Case Battery Life | |||
Case Battery Life | 18 | 27 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | Yes | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | No | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | Yes | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | Yes | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | 5.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7.6/10 | 7/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 9 Grams | 3.9 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | Integrated | Integrated | |
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JBL Tune Flex
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MajorHiFi
Gabby Bloch | May 2023
"JBL is offering a similar design and arguably better resolution than the more expensive AirPods 3rd Generation. Add to that a comfortable and versatile fit, an equalizer and pretty decent ANC, and you’ve got a quality wireless earphone. I would have loved longer battery life and more crystal calls, but for the price, you can’t complain. A solid deal overall."
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SoundGuys
Sam Smart | August 2023
"The JLab GO Air POP is a great option for anyone on a tight budget. This pair of true wireless earbuds checks all the boxes for earbud essentials, and performs pretty well in most areas. The microphone isn't great, but that's to be expected for something this inexpensive."
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About JBL
JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.
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